The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
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Cough - Symptom (Age 6-21)Category: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
A cough is the sound made when the cough reflex clears the lungs. It helps protect the lungs from infections. A coughing fit or spell is over 5 minutes of nonstop coughing. Coughs can be dry (no mucus) or wet (with mucus)
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Cough - Viral (Age 0-5)Category: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Viral infection of the lower airway (the bronchi) that go to the lungs. This is the most common cause of a cough in children. Medical names are viral bronchitis, lower respiratory infection, LRI
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Cough - Viral (Age 6-21)Category: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Viral infection of the lower airway (the bronchi) that go to the lungs. This is the most common cause of a cough in children. Medical names are viral bronchitis, lower respiratory infection, LRI
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Coughs and Colds: Medicines or Home Remedies?Category: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Every parent wants to help their child get over cough and cold symptoms. You could buy a non-prescription cough and cold medicine. Or you could turn to some home remedies. Which is better?
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Cow's Milk Allergy - InfantsCategory: Newborn or Infant Problems
Information and guidance on cow's milk allergy in infants.
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Cracked Skin (Feet)Category: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Cracked skin on the toes or feet
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Cracked Skin (Hands)Category: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Cracked skin on the fingers or hand
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Cradle CapCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
A scaly rash on the scalp that starts in newborns.
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